Mode Lexus CT200h 2012 (in English) Service Manual
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Gauges and meters
The following gauges and meters and display illuminate when the
“POWER” switch is in ON mode:
Hybrid System Indicator
Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level
Tachometer (if equipped)
Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed
ECO lamp and SPORT lamp (if equipped)
Changes colors according to driving mode
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data. (P. 229)
Outside temperature
The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40 C (-40 F)
to 50 C (122 F)
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Hybrid System Indicator
Hybrid System Indicator is displayed when the driving mode is other
than the sport mode.
By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driv-
ing can be achieved.
Charge area indicates regeneration* status. Regenerated energy will be
used to charge the battery.
*:When used in this manual, “regeneration” refers to the conversion of
energy created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving
range is being exceeded (during full
power driving etc.)
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven
in an Eco-friendly manner.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power is
not being used very often.
The gasoline engine will automatically
stop and restart under various condi-
tions.
Charge area
Shows that energy is being recovered
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ECO lamp and SPORT lamp (if equipped)
When sport mode is selected, the SPORT lamp (red) will illuminate.
When all of the following conditions are satisfied and the Eco-friendly
driving, the ECO lamp (blue) will illuminate:
• When driving with the shift position in D
• When either normal mode or Eco mode are selected, and EV drive
mode is not in use
• The vehicle speed is 130 km/h (80 mph) or below.
Tachometer (if equipped)
Hybrid System Indicator automatically switches to the tachometer when the
driving mode is set to the sport mode. However, while the cruise control or
dynamic radar cruise control is active, Hybrid System Indicator will not
automatically switch to the tachometer. When the cruise control or dynamic
radar cruise control is activated while the tachometer is displayed, the
tachometer will automatically switch to Hybrid System Indicator.
Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help
improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even
when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.
Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 20 km/h [12 mph])
When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit
of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
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Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 216)“ECO MODE” indica-
tor (P. 209)
Tail light indicator
(P. 235)“SPORT MODE” indi-
cator (P. 209)
Headlight high beam
indicator (P. 236)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(P. 250, 255)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(P. 239)
(if equipped)
Radar cruise control
indicator (P. 255)
Rear fog light indicator
(P. 239)
(if equipped)
Lexus parking assist-
sensor indicator (P.
273)
“READY” indicator
(P. 198)Slip indicator
(P. 293, 296)
EV indicator (P. 4 0 )
(if equipped)
“PCS” warning
(P. 300)
EV drive mode indica-
tor (P. 204)
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*1,
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*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to the
ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They
will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off. The light
fl h f t th l t i di t th t th t i ti
Shift position indicators
(P. 207)SRS airbag on-
off
indicator *
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CAUTION
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these
systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could
result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional immediately if this occurs.
Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 571)
*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON
mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They
will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come
on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
*2Th li h fl h i di lf i
(if equipped)
(if equipped)
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Headlight switch
The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.
Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows:
The front position,
tail, license plate
and instrument
panel lights turn on.
The headlights and
all lights listed
above turn on.
The headlights and
front position lights
turn on and off auto-
matically.
(When the
“POWER” switch is
in ON mode.)
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Automatic light off system
When the light switch is in the or position: The headlights
turn off automatically if the “POWER” switch is turned to ACCES-
SORY mode or OFF.
When the light switch is in the position: The headlights and all
lights turn off automatically if the “POWER” switch is turned to
ACCESSORY mode or OFF and the driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the “POWER” switch to ON mode, or turn
the light switch off once and then back to the
or position.
Automatic headlight leveling system (if equipped)
The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted according to the num-
ber of passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the
headlights do not interfere with other road users.
Light reminder buzzer (if equipped)
A buzzer sounds when the “POWER” switch is turned off or turned to
ACCESSORY mode and the driver’s door is opened while the lights are
turned on.
Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 667)
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is
off.
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The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
Increases the sensitivity
Decreases the sensitivity
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automati-
cally operate a couple of
times after the washer
squirts.
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Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position while the
“POWER” switch is in ON mode, the wipers will operate once to show
that AUTO mode is activated.
If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 90 C (194 F) or higher, or -
15 C (5 F) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case,
operate the wipers in any mode other than “AUTO”.
If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid tank.
CAUTION
Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode (vehicles
with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or
the windshield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your
fingers etc. do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
The raindrop sensor judges the amount
of raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not
operate properly when sunlight from
the rising or setting of the sun intermit-
tently strikes the windshield, or if bugs
etc. are present on the windshield.